Dewalt 788 Knob Assembly Replacement

[harpone]

Some time ago you wrote about replacing the upper blade tightening knob on a Dewalt 788 with one made by Grizzly (which you shortened).  Are you still using the Grizzly part?  Could the same Grizzly part be used to replace the lower Dewalt knob assembly?       Thanks.

[sgood]

Yes I still have the quick release lever on my DeWalt. http://www.grizzly.com/products/Quick-Clamp-Lever-6mm-Male/G7333

I have used it for quite some time with no problems but do realize it will allow you to tighten the clamp to the point of breaking. Always use caution when you tighten the clamp. It should not take much force to keep the blade in place. If the blade is slipping you do not need to make the clamp tighter. There are other problems if it's slipping.

The quick release clamp also does not have the bearing in the tip that helps the original not hockey stick the blade. If you get the replacement flat and smooth on the tip it will not bend the blade from my experience. Results may vary.

[harpone]

Thanks for the advice.